Karen J. Jacob

Karen Jean Jacob (nee Kaestner), of Saint Peters, MO, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at the age of 60. Beloved daughter of Judith Ann Kaestner and the late Roy Robert Kaestner; devoted mother of Christopher (Rebekah) Jacob, Kyle (Mandy) Jacob, and Zachary (Samantha) Jacob; cherished grandmother of Riley, Rosealia, Reuben, Carletta, Carmen, Cash, Justin, Gwendolyn, Lilian, and Declan; dear sister of Gail Kube; cherished aunt of Madison and Carlye; treasured great aunt of Everly Kennedy and Novalee Kaestner. Karen is also preceded in death by her son, Justin Jacob and her brother, Carl (Kristin, survives) Kaestner.

Karen was a devoted sports fan who loved cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals and Blues. She played softball for many years and brought that same spirit to every part of her life. Known for her quick wit and great sense of humor, she lit up every room she entered. Gift-giving was her love language, and she had a remarkable talent for making others feel special. A dedicated and hardworking manager at TJ Maxx, Karen was fearless, fun-loving, and fiercely independent—always ready to go "Beast Mode." She was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Karen's name to the American Cancer Society.